5 Kinds of Nonfiction

People have long used hip-hop as a way to identify and express their dissatisfaction over issues in society. From protest songs during the Civil Rights Movement to anthems for justice during… Read More →

In the decades since hip-hop began, it has grown in popularity around the world. Within the United States alone, there are many types of hip-hop music, from East Coast hip-hop to West Coast… Read More →

Hip-hop is more than just music. Hip-hop dance includes a variety of styles and is a form of self-expression. Dancers of hip-hop culture have tried new things, sparked trends and social… Read More →

Hip-hop artists such as Kurtis Blow, Missy Elliott, Beyoncé, and Public Enemy have left their mark on the world through music. Their songs have shared messages about social issues, gone… Read More →

Hip-hop fashion has its roots in New York City, but since its birth it's become part of global mainstream culture. Hip-hop fashion is influenced by many things, such as dance, art, sports,… Read More →

This book compiles photos and life stories of fifty of the sexiest men and women from history and asks the essential question: Would you really want to date them? Some are artists, some are… Read More →

In the 1770s before the United States was a nation, most people lived on farms. But Williamsburg in Virginia Colony was a busy town with wide streets, grand public buildings, bustling shops,… Read More →

The history of gymnastics dates back thousands of years. Today it's one of the most popular sports worldwide with international competitions like the Summer Olympics to showcase the best… Read More →

Astronauts first reached Earth’s moon over fifty years ago, bringing back moon dirt and rocks to study. From rovers and probes to other crewed landings, we have explored much of the moon. But Read More →

Motown was a widely successful Black-owned music company. Berry Gordy, the creator of Motown, worked with many popular artists such as the Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and the Temptations to… Read More →

Vicky Lyfoung retraces the history of a vibrant Asian ethnic group, blending rich documentation and personal stories in this gripping graphic history. Long oppressed, the Hmong struggle to… Read More →

Find out all you need to know about hockey in this new title from the exciting In Focus: Sports series. Where did hockey come from and how long has it been around? What kind of equipment is… Read More →

Hockey is a fun fall and winter sport. Learn about equipment, rules, and more in this thrilling introduction to the game. Read More →

Enter the arena to take on one of the greatest debates in hockey fandom: who are the greatest players of all time? Dig deep into stats and facts about the best players of the past and… Read More →

A hockey player slaps the puck into the net. Goal! From big shots to overcoming impossible odds, the Stanley Cup Finals has some of hockey's greatest moments and biggest stars. Read More →

A great way to learn about hockey is through statistics, and this book is full of them! From hat tricks and shutouts to penalty minutes and Stanley Cup Championships, explore some of the most Read More →

How did we live in our homes before electricity and running water? Readers will find out in this book about homes then and now, with full-color photographs that bring the past to life. Read More →

In this beautiful photographic book, young readers will discover that there are many different types of places and structures that children and their families call home. Readers will… Read More →

There are many different kinds of homes to suit many different kinds of families. Discover types of homes like apartments, single-family homes, mobile homes, and more, and learn how they are… Read More →

From candle-lit cottages to electricity-filled houses, this carefully leveled text compares and contrasts homes of the past to homes of the present. Colorful photographs engage young readers, Read More →